Derreck Cooper
Ontario
Summary
Enthusiastic Group Home Manager proudly offering many years' experience in assisting residents with personal and daily needs while remaining compassionate and respectful. Energetic professional known for having great communication and organizational skills. Knowledgeable in all federal and state regulations and laws related to group homes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Group Home Manager
Center For Behavioral Change
West Covina
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed and provided direct care to individuals with autism and various special needs, including both violent and non-violent behaviors.
- Delivered personalized care plans addressing sensory input needs, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, and speech therapy, ensuring each client’s unique needs were met.
- Oversaw multiple homes for special needs clients, supervising caregivers and ensuring compliance with treatment plans and regulatory guidelines.
- Coordinated with regional centers to meet their specific requirements, ensuring smooth and timely service delivery.
- Advocated for clients in medical settings, attending and managing doctors' appointments while ensuring that all medical needs were properly addressed.
- Expertly navigated insurance companies to secure necessary treatments and services for clients, ensuring coverage and minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.
- Managed budgets for multiple care homes, effectively allocating resources while maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
Behavior Interventionist
Haynes Family Of Programs
La Verne
10.2017 - 08.2024
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Assessed clients' adaptive and maladaptive behaviors in various settings to create comprehensive support plans.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
Multi-Group Home Manager
A&M Home Care
Rancho Cucamonga
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed and provided direct care to individuals with autism and various special needs, including both violent and non-violent behaviors.
- Delivered personalized care plans addressing sensory input needs, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, and speech therapy, ensuring each client’s unique needs were met.
- Oversaw multiple homes for special needs clients, supervising caregivers and ensuring compliance with treatment plans and regulatory guidelines.
- Coordinated with regional centers to meet their specific requirements, ensuring smooth and timely service delivery.
- Advocated for clients in medical settings, attending and managing doctors' appointments while ensuring that all medical needs were properly addressed.
- Expertly navigated insurance companies to secure necessary treatments and services for clients, ensuring coverage and minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.
- Managed budgets for multiple care homes, effectively allocating resources while maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA06-2017
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Care plan development
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Multi-Group Home Manager
Center For Behavioral Change
08.2024 - 03.2025
Multi-Group Home Manager
A&M Home Care
10.2023 - 06.2024
Behavior Interventionist
Haynes Family Of Programs
10.2017 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Dubuque